- Rhode Island, USA -
The Pawtucket Police Department’s Narcotics Unit launched an investigation into “distribution of large amounts of Cocaine” from a home on Don Court in Pawtucket into several surrounding communities.
Following the investigation, on October 1, 2024, the Narcotics Unit along with members of the Pawtucket Police Department’s K-9 Unit, executed a court-ordered search warrant at the home.
The search led to the discovery of eleven dogs whose living conditions were described by police as “deplorable.” The furvictims were removed from the home and were taken to the Pawtucket Animal Shelter to be evaluated and cared for.
Police arrested 26-year-old JAMIRA JENKINS and 50-year-old RAFAEL DIAZ (both pictured). The duo were charged with eleven counts of “Unnecessary Cruelty to Animals” and multiple drug charges.
I have emailed the Director of Pawtucket Animal Shelter to inquire about the eleven dogs but at the time of writing I have not heard back from her.
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